The cheapest and fastest trains from Irun to Madrid
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
7 h 32 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irun to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irun to Madrid will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 4 trains that leave Irun for Madrid every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 7 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
180129:169h39Irun station18:55Madrid Príncipe Pío£461One-way0 changes
1801413:048h38Irun station21:42Madrid Príncipe Pío£461One-way0 changes
0417616:176h03Irun station22:20Madrid Chamartín£691One-way0 changes
040868:125h46Irun station13:58Madrid Chamartín£691One-way0 changes
040868:125h46Irun station13:58Madrid Chamartín£691One-way0 changes
0417616:176h03Irun station22:20Madrid Chamartín£691One-way0 changes
1801413:048h38Irun station21:42Madrid Príncipe Pío£461One-way0 changes
180129:169h39Irun station18:55Madrid Príncipe Pío£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Irun to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Irun to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 361 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price | £204 Average Price |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Irun to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Irun to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04086 | 8:12 Irun station | 5h46 | 13:58 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
18012 | 9:16 Irun station | 9h39 | 18:55 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 changesdirect | |
18014 | 13:04 Irun station | 8h38 | 21:42 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 changesdirect | |
04176 | 16:17 Irun station | 6h03 | 22:20 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Irun to Madrid
Trains from Irun to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 17:37. The fastest train covers the 361 km distance in 5h 39m.
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 39m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 17:37 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros, Renfe from Irun to Madrid trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros, Renfe trains will get you between Irun and Madrid from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Irun to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irun to Madrid by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Irun and Madrid
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with special rates arranged by nearby hotels.
- Restaurant Casa Mingo
- Café de Oriente
- Noodles King
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.60
- Hotel Príncipe Pío
- Acta Madfor Hotel
- Hotel Exe Moncloa
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Cercanías trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line 6, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
- Cercanías: Lines C1, C7, C10
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